🌱 Update On McKenzie Court Shooting + Search For Missing Child In Walker County
Tuscaloosa’s Daily Update: January 2, 2026
Good morning, neighbors! As we dive into the second day of 2026, here are the top stories making headlines in Tuscaloosa.
Tragedy struck on Thursday when a teenager died in an accidental shooting at McKenzie Court, prompting an update from the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit. In sports, the Alabama Crimson Tide faced a disappointing loss in the Rose Bowl quarterfinals against Michigan, ending their season at 11-4 in coach Kalen DeBoer’s second year.
In legislative news, State Representative Chris England is advocating for felony charges related to the unauthorized removal of organs from deceased inmates, after families reported not being informed about missing organs.
Additionally, the search continues for 5-year-old Johnathan Everett Boley from Walker County, who has been missing since December 31. Ground searches are ongoing in the northern part of the county.
On a lighter note, former Alabama coach Nick Saban shared his New Year’s resolution, raising discussions on potential improvements for college football in 2026.
Don’t forget to catch today’s weather: expect some afternoon showers with a high of 61°F and a low of 56°F.
A special shout out goes to the Crimson Tide football team for their achievements this season, thanks to our supportive local sponsors including DCH Health System and United Way of West Alabama.
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Read the complete article here: https://patch.com/alabama/tuscaloosa/update-mckenzie-court-shooting-search-missing-child-walker-county
